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The mission:brain Podcast

The mission:brain Podcast

By: The official podcast of the mission:brain Foundation
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The mission:brain Podcast is the official podcast of the mission:brain Foundation. This entirely student-led project aims at sharing the stories of doctors, patients, researchers and medical students from all around the globe to shed light upon the disparities in healthcare and gain insight into the fascinating realm of Global Neurosurgery and its growing community. YT: https://youtube.com/@missionbrainpodcast?si=T8kxWQv4yhpreCOC IG: @missionbrainpodcastThe official podcast of the mission:brain Foundation Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • Ep. 8 ft. Dr. Silvia Vaca

    Ep. 8 ft. Dr. Silvia Vaca
    Mar 14 2026

    Join Dr. Silvia Vaca, Stanford-trained neurosurgeon, as she shares her journey from Bogotá to the OR, building sustainable global neurosurgery programs, and lessons in tenacity from elite training to low-resource settings. Topics include cerebrovascular surgery, global health innovation, and practical advice for aspiring medical leaders.
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    25 mins
  • Ep. 7 ft. Dr. Ernest J. Barthélemy

    Ep. 7 ft. Dr. Ernest J. Barthélemy
    Feb 28 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ernest J. Barthélemy, neurosurgeon, global health scientist, and Chief of Neurosurgery at SUNY Downstate.

    From advancing neurotrauma care to supporting global health initiatives, his work focuses on expanding access to critical neurological care around the world.

    A conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of global brain health.
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    30 mins
  • Neuronotes: Ep 7. Sudden Fall

    Neuronotes: Ep 7. Sudden Fall
    Feb 25 2026

    In this episode of Neuronotes Mission Brain, we examine a traumatic brain injury (TBI) case in a 79-year-old patient whose seemingly minor fall evolved into an acute epidural hematoma. A powerful reminder that TBI is never trivial, and when it comes to the brain, every second matters.
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    8 mins
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